Get to know us

We are ZIM&ZOU, an artist duo formed by Thibault Zimmermann and Lucie Thomas.

ZIM&ZOU paper artists Zim&Zou artistes sculpture en papier
ZIM&ZOU paper artists Zim&Zou artistes sculpture en papier
WIP Colore paper art city sculpture WIP sculpture de ville colorée en papier
WIP Colore paper art city sculpture WIP sculpture de ville colorée en papier

We began our journey as graphic designers, but very quickly discovered a shared passion for craftsmanship and, above all, for the endless possibilities of paper. Through years of experimentation, persistence and dedication, we gradually developed our own approach to paper sculpture, transforming this humble material into intricate, colorful and highly detailed artworks.

"Flying Faubourg" for Hermès Tokyo Ginza

Drawing inspiration from a wide range of sources, our work brings vibrant worlds to life, where the strength of the visual language meets the delicate and fragile nature of paper. From imaginary landscapes and fantastical scenes to iconic objects and familiar elements of everyday life, our creations tell stories that can be playful, dreamlike or nostalgic, but always carry a sense of poetry.

Paper artwork for an exhibition in Dubai Oeuvre d'art en papier pour une exposition a Dubai
Paper artwork for an exhibition in Dubai Oeuvre d'art en papier pour une exposition a Dubai
Paper artwork for a Hermès window display  Dubai Scukpture en papier pour une vitrine Hermès à Dubai
Paper artwork for a Hermès window display  Dubai Scukpture en papier pour une vitrine Hermès à Dubai
Paper artwork for a Hermès window display  Dubai Scukpture en papier pour une vitrine Hermès à Dubai
Paper artwork for a Hermès window display  Dubai Scukpture en papier pour une vitrine Hermès à Dubai
"Forest Folks" for Hermès Dubai
"Forest Folks" for Hermès Dubai
"Sharing Worlds" for Nobel Prize Museum
Paper artwork for a Hermès window display Tokyo Sculpture en papier pour une vitrine Hermès à Tokyo
Paper artwork for a Hermès window display Tokyo Sculpture en papier pour une vitrine Hermès à Tokyo

Over the years, we have had the opportunity to collaborate with some of the world's most renowned brands and institutions, including Hermès, the Nobel Prize Museum, TIME, Timberland or IBM.

These projects, along with exhibitions and artistic experiences around the world, have continually shaped and enriched our practice. Our work has been exhibited at the Salon de Montrouge, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago, Daelim Museum in Seoul and the V&A in London, among others.

Paper art exhibition in Seoul Exposition sur le papier pour un Musée à Seoul
Paper art exhibition in Seoul Exposition sur le papier pour un Musée à Seoul
Daelim Museum

Seoul / South Korea

Paper art exhibition for a foundation Exposition sur le papier pour une fondation
Paper art exhibition for a foundation Exposition sur le papier pour une fondation
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Traveling Exhibition / World

Paper art exhibition in Chicago Exposition sur le papier pour un Musée à Chicago
Paper art exhibition in Chicago Exposition sur le papier pour un Musée à Chicago
Chicago Design Museum

Chicago / USA

Paper art exhibition and workshop for Pompidou Museum Exposition et atelier pour le Centre Pompidou
Paper art exhibition and workshop for Pompidou Museum Exposition et atelier pour le Centre Pompidou
Centre Pompidou

Metz / France

Paper art exhibition in Dubai Exposition sur le papier pour un Musée à Dubai
Paper art exhibition in Dubai Exposition sur le papier pour un Musée à Dubai
Nobel Prize Museum

Dubai / United Arab Emirates

Selected exhibitions
"Journey of a Lifetime" for Hermès Tokyo Isetan © Nacása & Partners Inc.

After years of creating for brands, institutions and cultural spaces, we are happy to share our work with art lovers and collectors. Our original paper artworks are now available to private collectors, allowing these carefully handcrafted pieces to find a new home and become part of a personal collection.

Paper sculpture in ZIM&ZOU workshop Oeuvre en papier dans le studio de ZIM&ZOU
Paper sculpture in ZIM&ZOU workshop Oeuvre en papier dans le studio de ZIM&ZOU